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Bordeaux is dominated by chateaus, while Burgundy is made up of small scale growers. Bordeaux wines are usually processed in a single chateau where as in Burgundy wine makers may not even grow grapes. Therefore, Burgundy has many different kinds of wines.

Yeast. A layer of natural wild yeast protects the finos and amontillados while in the barrel. (Sherry)

What does Soleo mean?

A complicated fractionalized bledning of different ages of wine of a type: amontillados, olorosos, or cream to which distilled alcohol has been added DURING fermentation. (Sherry)

Define Tawny.

A port that has not been aged in wood. Depending on the level of quality, wood aging differs.

Define White (Port style)

Port made from white grapes, can be made in many different styles.

Define Vintage Port.

A ruby port made only in exceptional years, known as "Declared Vintages."

Define Ruby Port.

Ruby port is the cheapest and most extensively produced type of port. After fermentation, it is stored in tanks made of concrete or stainless steel to prevent oxidative aging and preserve its rich claret color.

Why are the English important in the history of Spanish and Portuguese wine production?

After raiding a Spanish town and returning to England with a boat full of wine, the English demand for Sherry kept the market and tradition alive.